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What We Do
HomeSchool and More is a home-based family business devoted to supplying curriculum, novels and resources to the home educator community. HomeSchool and More has developed a reputation as a dependable and knowledgeable homeschool supplier. While we provide curriculum and books, we specialize in offering encouragement and support and providing assistance to families in finding programs and products that best suit their specific needs.
Our Family Story
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Dan and Marlene and our family |
In 1993 our family began homeschooling after having recently moved to New Brunswick from Prince Edward Island. Our three oldest children, Mike, Ben and Allison had started attending public school but for a variety of reasons we decided to try a homeschooling experiment. Sometime during the last fourteen years, the experiment became a way of life. While our three oldest returned to the public school system to complete high school, our three youngest children Katelyn, Rebekah and Charlotte will be home educated through grade 12.
Our choice to homeschool our children has not always been an easy one, but the rewards we see through our children’s lives far outweigh any struggles we have experienced. Mike is now married and in 3rd year medical school. He and his wife Ellen have two wonderful children, Landen and Jessica. Ben has pursued his artistic giftings at NSCAD and has recently married. He and his wife Breanna are still seeking God’s direction for their future. Allison is currently completing her third year of university studies and is in the first year of the Pharmacy Program at Dalhousie University.
Our three youngest children are at home in grades 9, 7 and 5. Katelyn is 14 years old and is an avid reader. She plays piano and flute and is great on the computer. She is excited about working with HomeSchool and More. Rebekah is 12 years old. She is our animal lover and plays the violin. Our youngest, Charlotte is 10 years old and enjoys crafts and also plays the violin. These three continually delight and challenge us and cause us to wonder if we know anything at all.
Who We Are
Marlene MacDonald is a veteran home educator having provided a homeschooling education to our 6 children over the last 14 years. During this period of time she has acquired an extensive knowledge of curriculums and homeschooling resources. Marlene enjoys talking about her experiences, what she has learned, sharing her knowledge of curriculum and encouraging others in their homeschooling journey. |
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Gertrude De Boer has gained a wealth of experience while homeschooling since 1991 and has taught or supervised all 12 grades. Gertrude started Home School and More in 1997, sold it to The MacDonald's in early 2007 and will continue to be involved in the business throughout 2007. Her favorite task is spending time discussing with customers what materials will best suit the needs of their children and how they can have a more successful homeschooling experience. |
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Why HomeSchool and More?
HomeSchool and More came into being in order to fill an urgent need for a dependable, knowledgeable homeschool supplier in the Maritime provinces.
At the same time, we have a strong desire
to support and strengthen homeschooling families. To that end,
be sure to check frequently asked questions About Homeschooling and our
Articles for advice on various
aspects of homeschooling.
HomeSchool and More Catalogue
We supply curriculum, science supplies, math aids, language arts,
art, life skills and career development, novels, parent
resources and more. Materials are available for use with children from
preschool to grade
12.
For your convenience, our complete catalogue is available
online, organized by topic, searchable by keywords, and
accompanied by tips on how to use various programs. To place
orders online,
add products to your shopping cart and when you are finished your order will
automatically be sent to us by email. Alternatively, you are
welcome to
request a copy of our catalogue to be mailed to you. For more information on
the order process, please check how
to order.
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